This is the fleece mask preferred by high-altitude mountaineers and Antarctic scientists because it humidifies and warms winter air for comfortable breathing. A special ventilation chamber lets wearers inhale full, unhindered breaths while trapping a small amount of heated, humid exhalation. The result is a comfortable, fully oxygenated "microclimate" inside the mask with up to 80 percent humidity and temperatures 40° F to 60° F warmer than outside air. Medical studies by the American College of Sports Medicine show such a microclimate is healthier for the lungs, as excessive exposure to cold, dry air can trigger asthmatic symptoms. The medical-grade, microbe-resistant polyurethane in the chamber bonds with the humidity in the air, keeping moisture off the face and preventing fog on glasses and goggles. The mask itself is breathable, wind-resistant Polartec fleece, with hook-and-loop flaps shaped to fit comfortably over goggles and helmets. One size fits all. (2 1/2 oz.)

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Love this mask. I have severe emphysema and was not able to go outside in cold weather. This masked changed that. It warms the outside air and I don't cough anymore when I'm outside. It improved my quality of life, for sure.

I live in Maine but I like to walk, particularly at night. This seemed like a great idea. The mask doesn't fit at all. Perhaps it is the shape of my head or my narrow face, but the minute I get into the cold air, my glasses are totally fogged up. There should be a bendable strip on the bridge of the nose so that you can fit the mask to the shape of your nose and seal off the air flow. I will try to glue on a strip from one of the dust masks in the hope that I can close it off. I really would like it to work. Perhaps it should come in various sizes.

Bottom LineNo, I would not recommend this to a friend

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We bought this as a gift for a friend who has suffered from asthma for his entire life. Cold, dry winter weather is a terrible challenge. In our sub-zero cold snap we got this gift for him and it got tested immediately in -50 degree windchills. It worked! He has been able to frame a house outside without spasms. It is as described.

I have health problems and can not breathe cold air - this works very well. Much better than a scarf. It will not win a beauty contest but that is not its function - it warms the air before it gets to my lungs. 5 stars